News and Information about the Business of Cannabis

Cannabis Use Disorder Linked To 60 Percent Higher Risk Of Adverse Cardiovascular Events

Oct 2, 2023 | National

Cannabis is used by over 200 million individuals worldwide; the adverse effects associated with cannabis have profound implications. CUD affects 27%-34% of cannabis users and has become a significant public health priority, given the absence of treatments and limited...

Survey: Athletes Report Using Cannabis Products To Promote Exercise Recovery

Sep 16, 2023 | National

Those who engage in regular exercise frequently report consuming cannabis products to assist in recovering from physical activity, according to data published in the Journal of Cannabis Research.  Researchers affiliated with Kent State University...

Study: Cannabis Extracts Associated with Quality of Life Improvements in Autism Patients

Sep 16, 2023 | International

Autistic patients who use plant-derived cannabis extracts perceive benefits in their symptoms and reduce their use of prescription medications, according to data published in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry, NORML reported in its newsletter. A team of Brazilian...

Analysis: Cannabis Consumers Possess Reduced Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

Sep 5, 2023 | International

Adults with a history of cannabis use are less likely than non-consumers to develop type 2 diabetes, according to data published in the journal Phytotherapy Research. A team of Iranian investigators performed a meta-analysis of the relevant...

Global Medical Cannabis Market Projected To Be Worth $68 Billion In 2030

Aug 30, 2023 | International

The Medical Cannabis Market is expected to grow significantly from 2023 to 2030 driven by factors such as the increasing legalization of medical cannabis in various countries, rising prevalence of chronic diseases and development of new medical cannabis products and...